9xbuddy built its reputation as an "any site" downloader: paste a link from almost anywhere and get a file. Over time many users started searching for alternatives, because of pages stuck on "processing", redirects to unrelated sites, only low-quality options for YouTube, or the site being blocked by their network. This guide covers why that happens, what the long list of "9xbuddy alternative sites" actually offers, and a clean alternative that handles the same "any site" job.
Why people look for a 9xbuddy alternative
- Processing pages that never finish, especially for long or high-quality videos.
- Ads and redirects: clicking a download button opens new tabs or unrelated pages.
- Low quality for YouTube: simple downloaders often give only files that already contain both video and sound, which YouTube offers in limited qualities.
- Blocked domains: schools, offices and some countries block well-known downloader domains, and mirror domains change often.
- Old versions and APKs: searches for "9xbuddy old version" or "mod APK" lead to files from unknown sources, which is a security risk.
What happened to KeepVid
KeepVid was the classic "any site" downloader before 9xbuddy. Its online downloader was shut down years ago, and the brand now points to desktop software. Many "KeepVid" pages you find today are unrelated copies using the name. If you are looking for a KeepVid alternative, the options below apply equally.
A clean alternative for any site
Skachok does the same "paste a link from anywhere" job:
- Copy the link of the page with the video.
- Paste it and press "Find".
- Choose the quality and press "Download".
It recognizes the big platforms directly (YouTube, TikTok without the watermark, Instagram Reels, X, Pinterest, Twitch, Kick, Vimeo, Facebook, Bilibili, SoundCloud and others) and, for other sites, finds the video stream behind the player. HLS streams (.m3u8) work too. If a page has several videos, the main one is saved; for the others, use their own pages.
9xbuddy vs. Skachok
| 9xbuddy | Skachok | |
|---|---|---|
| Any site by link | yes | yes, one main video per page |
| YouTube 1080p and above | limited | 1080p Lite, 1440p Pro, 4K Max |
| TikTok without watermark | varies | yes, free |
| MP3 | yes | Lite and up (SoundCloud MP3 free) |
| Subtitles | no | SRT, VTT, TXT on Lite and up |
| Thumbnails | no | free, up to 1280×720 for YouTube |
| Batch | no | 3–50 links at once |
| Pop-ups and redirects | common | none |
Other alternatives
- cobalt.tools: ad-free and open source; public instances are sometimes rate-limited. See cobalt.tools not working.
- y2mate-style sites: dozens of clones, mostly YouTube to MP3, with heavy ads. See y2mate alternatives.
- SaveFrom: well known but unavailable in some countries. See SaveFrom alternative.
- yt-dlp: the free command-line tool that supports thousands of sites, for technical users.
When "any site" does not mean every video
No honest downloader can save:
- DRM-protected streams: Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, paid courses with protection.
- Videos behind a login: private posts, members-only videos, paid lessons.
- Live broadcasts in progress: save the recording afterwards.
Tools that promise these are either not working or not safe. For the tricky cases that do work, see M3U8 downloader, blob video download and download embedded video.
Prices
The free plan gives 720p from every supported site: 3 downloads a day without an account and 5 with a free account. Paid plans add quality, audio and higher limits:
| Plan | Price | Video | Audio | Downloads a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | up to 720p | — | 5 (3 without an account) |
| Lite | $1.99/mo | up to 1080p | MP3, M4A | 20 |
| Pro | $3.99/mo | up to 1440p | MP3, M4A, OGG | 50 |
| Max | $5.99/mo | up to 4K | MP3, M4A, OGG, FLAC | 100 |
No automatic renewal; after registration, Pro is free for 2 days. Details on the pricing page.
How to judge any downloader site
A quick checklist before you trust a new downloader: the page shows its limits and prices openly; there is one download button, not three; it never asks for social media passwords; it does not insist on installing an app, extension or "codec"; and the file you get is a video, not an .exe or .apk. A site that passes all five is worth bookmarking. One that fails any of them is not worth the risk, however convenient it looks.
Using it on a phone
The "any site" job matters most on phones, where you cannot install desktop tools. Open the video's page in your phone's browser, copy its address, paste it into Skachok and download. On iPhone, the file goes to Files → Downloads; on Android, to the Download folder and the gallery.
Several links at once
9xbuddy handles one link at a time. If you collect videos from several sites for a project, paste all the links into Skachok, one per line: 3 at a time on the free plan, 5 on Lite, 10 on Pro and up to 50 on Max. Each link is processed on its own, so one broken link does not stop the rest. On Pro and Max, a YouTube playlist link expands into all its videos automatically.
FAQ
What is a good alternative to 9xbuddy?
A downloader that works with any site by link, shows real quality options and has no redirects. Skachok handles the big platforms directly and finds the video on other pages.
Why is 9xbuddy stuck on processing?
Long or high-quality videos take longer, and some links fail on the server side. Try another tool or a lower quality.
Is KeepVid still working?
Its online downloader closed years ago. Pages using the name today are not the original service.
Can I download from any website?
From most sites, yes, one main video per page. DRM-protected and login-only videos cannot be downloaded.
Is 9xbuddy safe?
The main risk is ads and redirects. Avoid "mod APK" or "old version" downloads from unknown sites.